Installing flutes on the toilet

Every year there is the introduction of new technologies and materials, which greatly facilitates the implementation of various installation and repair work. For example, quite recently, the installation of a new toilet bowl could have been fraught with many difficulties. Since the sewer pipe was installed in a certain place, which was practically impossible to change, it was necessary to choose the sanitary unit itself. With the advent of such communication details as corrugation, problems with the installation of the toilet bowl has become much less. Today, this sanitary unit can be installed anywhere, and there is no need to select a model that is suitable for a sewer connection. This article will talk about how to install the corrugations on the toilet, what are the nuances and tricks.

What is a corrugation?

The corrugation is a connecting element which represents a plastic pipe with walls in the form of "accordion". This design feature allows you to stretch it to the desired size.

Corrugation is used to connect the exit of the toilet to the sewer system. In the past, cast-iron pipes and elbows were used for these purposes, which created major problems during repair work. With the advent of corrugations, the toilet can be installed at some distance from the sewer riser and there is no need to change the floor level.

Today on sale you can find many varieties of corrugations. They may vary in material and appearance, but there are three main characteristics that you should pay special attention to when choosing:

1. The degree of elasticity of the material - soft or hard corrugation. The first option is easier to install, and it is suitable for toilet bowls with any exit. Hard products need to be selected only if they can be installed, but they are more durable.
2. The presence of reinforcing elements. If thin metal wire is present in the design of the corrugations, then such a product will last longer. Of course, the presence of reinforcement increases the cost, but sometimes it is justified.
3. The length of the corrugations. Sales can be found products from 20 to 50 cm. The choice will depend on the distance between the toilet and the riser, but in any case, you need to choose with a margin.

The use of corrugations has its positive and negative sides. First, we list the advantages of this product:

• With the use of corrugations, you can connect in almost any conditions (little space, non-standard location of the toilet, etc.).
• Installation is simple, even an apprentice can easily cope with this task.
• Connection turns out folding. If necessary, you can easily unplug the toilet, and then reconnect it using the same corrugation.
• There is no need to select a toilet with an outlet suitable to the sewer socket.

If we talk about the flaws of the corrugations, there are not so many of them. These include:

• thin walls that can be easily pierced;
• unattractive appearance;
• if the product is too stretched and not fixed, then it may sag, which will increase the likelihood of clogging.

It is worth mentioning the relatively short lifetime, compared with metal pipes. But still, ease of installation and low price makes the corrugation an ideal way to connect the toilet to the sewer system.

Assembly work

Now let's talk about how to install the corrugation on the toilet with their own hands. The first step is to prepare all surfaces. If you make the connection of an old toilet, then thoroughly clean its release from dirt, mucus and building materials (the joints are often sealed with cement mortar). Do the same with the sewer bell.

Now you need to inspect the corrugation. One of its ends is equipped with an internal membrane, it is designed for putting on the release of the toilet bowl. To improve airtightness, apply a layer of sealant on the release. After that, you can pull the end of the corrugations, as it is rubber, it can be stretched, which will greatly facilitate the task. Make sure that the product is worn smoothly, without distortions. Corrugation should fit into the release of the toilet on 5-6 cm.

The other end of the corrugations, which is equipped with outer sealing rings, is inserted into the sewer socket. To do this you need to stop. It is not necessary to seal the connection of the corrugations with the sewage system, but doing such work does not harm.

To make the corrugation work longer and not cause you problems, you should follow some recommendations:

1. You can not stretch the product before installing it, in the reverse state it will be difficult to return. It is better first of all to connect it to the release of the toilet, then install the plumbing device in its place, and then pull out the corrugation to the desired size.
2. Do not use the product as a shelf. If you keep household items on it, especially heavy ones, the corrugation can simply crack.

If you can give our readers some more recommendations, write them in the comments to the article. Your experience can be very useful!

Video

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